Holding steady.
Popularity of Valicia since 1961
Babies named Valicia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 84 |
| 1970s | 82 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Valicia is a rare American given name that first entered the Social Security Administration's records in 1961. Its usage peaked modestly in 1969, but the name has never ranked among the top 1000 names in the United States. The trajectory of Valicia has been stable, with only a handful of births per year. The name is typical of the 1960s trend of creating feminine names by attaching the suffix -icia to a short root, as seen in Alicia or Felicia. Though its meaning is uncertain, the Val- element may draw on Valerie, from the Latin valere 'to be strong'. Valicia remains uncommon, with no recorded top states or famous bearers, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a mid-century modern feel.
The name Valicia first appeared in the United States in the 1960s, likely as a modern invention blending the root Val- from names such as Valerie (derived from Latin valere, 'to be strong') with the popular suffix -icia, reminiscent of names like Alicia or Felicia. It has never been common, with its peak usage occurring in 1969 and remaining consistently rare thereafter.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Licia
Sibling names for Valicia
Names that share Valicia's style, for a brother or sister.
